Emerson College vs Hult International Business School vs University of Massachusetts Boston - UMass Boston vs Suffolk University vs ISDI Madrid Digital Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 98 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Emerson College: wins 0/7 categories
Hult International Business School: wins 3/7 categories
University of Massachusetts Boston - UMass Boston: wins 2/7 categories
Suffolk University: wins 2/7 categories
ISDI Madrid Digital Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Emmanuel College: wins 0/7 categories
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - MCPHS: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.30
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting and Management
London, The United Kingdom
4.30
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64 reviews
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Best programme: International Business
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.10
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28 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.00
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting and Finance
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.12
4.36
4.50
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Location
4.50
4.58
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4.32
4.50
Not rated
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Professors
4.00
4.47
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4.14
3.50
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Internationality
4.33
4.77
Win
4.68
4.50
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Student life
3.67
4.18
4.30
5.00
Win
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Value
3.67
4.13
4.21
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3.50
Not rated
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Accommodation
3.67
3.25
4.33
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4.00
Not rated
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Abundant collaborative opportunities and academic depth
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Strong focus on creative industries and media production
  • +Strong career services and networking opportunities
  • +Practical, hands-on learning with experienced faculty
  • +Diverse international environment and global alumni network
  • +Career guidance and internship opportunities
  • +Diverse student body and welcoming community
  • +High-quality and affordable education
  • +Supportive and accommodating staff
  • +Flexible class options
  • +Vibrant city-based campus life

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Cons
  • -Students dislike administrative & management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of engaging teaching methods is also a recurring theme.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Facility quality and professor standards are inconsistent.
  • -Admission standards are perceived as too low.
  • -Poor communication and lack of transparency from administration.
  • -Overcrowded classes and limited access to resources.
  • -Subpar facilities and equipment that need updating.
  • -Poor communication and organizational issues from staff.
  • -Insufficient resources and outdated technology.
  • -Lack of engagement and clear learning objectives from instructors.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates robust strengths, notably in its prime location and international appeal, both receiving high marks. Facilities and professors are also well-regarded, indicating a solid academic and physical environment. Areas for potential improvement include student life, accommodation, and overall value, which, while still satisfactory, scored lower than other metrics.

This university garners impressive scores, particularly in **Internationality** (4.77) and **Location** (4.58). Professors also receive high marks at 4.47. Facilities, Student Life, and Value are all rated favorably above 4.0. The weakest area is **Accomodation**, scoring significantly lower at 3.25, indicating a potential area for improvement.

This institution garners high marks across multiple facets. Internationality stands out as its strongest area, achieving a near-perfect score. Facilities and accommodation are also highly rated, suggesting a positive physical environment. While student life and professors also receive good scores, these represent the areas where improvement could be most impactful, though all aspects are generally well-regarded.

This institution garners excellent marks in several key areas, notably its **Student Life** which received a perfect score, and its **Facilities** and **Location**, both rated at a strong 4.5. Areas for potential improvement include **Professors** and **Value**, which are rated at 3.5. The university also scores well in **Accomodation** (4) and **Internationality** (4.5).

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Reviews summary
Highlights

The vast majority of reviews are positive (~75%), highlighting ample opportunities for collaboration and creative endeavors, particularly in media programs. Professors are generally described as qualified and helpful.

Approximately 95.4% of 65 reviews are positive, highlighting networking, job opportunities, practical learning, and supportive faculty. A small percentage of negative feedback mentions issues with staff competence and course materials.

All 28 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.11/5. Students praise helpful advisors, career guidance, internship opportunities, and affordable, high-quality education in a diverse and welcoming environment.

Students praise helpful staff and flexible classes, with ~100% positive feedback. A recurring suggestion is to offer more online class options.

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Rating distribution
5★
50%
53%
11%
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4★
25%
30%
89%
100%
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3★
25%
14%
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2★
0%
2%
0%
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1★
0%
3%
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DIVERSITY

One of my favourite aspects about Hult is its diversity. By meeting people from all over the world with diverse histories and customs, you can get a sense of what their home nations are like. I also enjoy the help the staff provides every step of the way.

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